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Default USA wiring question


On Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:04:58 -0600, Fox's Mercantile
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On 2/24/20 11:35 AM, wrote:
Does the 120 volt circuit need its own breaker in the pump house?


In a word, yes.
120 volt lighting typically is #14 AWG and requires a 15 amp breaker.
120 volt outlets should be #12 AWG and require a 20 amp breaker.
A simple sub-panel in the well house with a "quad" breaker would be
the simplest solution.
https://www.zoro.com/static/cms/product/full/Z1wBpzmcpEx_.JPG

Thanks. I had never seen or even heard of a quad breaker.
Eric